The following statement is from Dr. Doshie Piper, Board Co-President of Texas Organizing Project (TOP), born and raised in Houston, in reaction to Congresswoman Sheila Jackson succumbing to pancreatic cancer Friday:
“From the halls of Congress to the streets of Houston, Sheila Jackson Lee exemplified public service and leadership.
“Knowledgeable and tenacious, she approached her work as a lawmaker with an unwavering commitment to justice, defending our freedoms, and improving the lives of Harris County residents. TOP is proud to have worked with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee for years to address issues that matter to working Houstonians, from housing, to healthcare access, to voting rights, and more.”
Debra Walker, TOP Education Fund Board President and a longtime Houston resident, added:
“Our organization is grateful to have had the Congresswoman as a progressive ally in our fight for a #TexasForAll, a state where all feel valued and can thrive – no matter our age, race, or gender.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the Congresswoman, as well as all who she positively impacted over her more than 30 years as a public servant.”
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About Texas Organizing Project:
TOP organizes Black and Latino communities in Dallas, Harris, Bexar, and Fort Bend counties with the goal of transforming Texas into a state where working people of color have the power and representation they deserve. For more information, visit organizetexas.org.